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This special re-print edition of Instructions in the Art of Modeling in Clay by Ambrose Louis Vago is a historical guide to clay sculpting and clay modeling. Written in 1880, this classic text provides insight into 19th century clay sculpting techniques. Chapters include How To Begin in Clay Modeling, The Tools, Expression of Character, Modeling Stools, Supporting the Clay, How To Work With Cleanliness and Without Waste, Drapery, Proportion, Disproportion, To Cast Clay Models in Plaster, Modeling Foliage, Etc., What to Model, Plaques and Vases, Modeled Work For Architectural Decoration and much more. A truly interesting read for those interested in working in clay. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.

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